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    Glossary4-azasteroid

    synthetic compound mimicking steroids with a nitrogen atom

    A 4-azasteroid is a type of synthetic compound that mimics the structure of steroids but includes a nitrogen atom at the fourth position in its chemical structure. These compounds are often used in medical treatments to inhibit enzymes like 5-alpha-reductase, which can help manage conditions such as benign prostatic hyperplasia and androgenic alopecia (hair loss).

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      community Fin 4+ years. March 2020 to March 2024

      in Progress Pictures  970 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride for over four years with minimal side effects, successfully stopping hair thinning and achieving some regrowth. They shared progress photos, but some commenters requested clearer pictures of the crown to better assess the treatment's effectiveness.

      community Minoxidil&Finasteride 7 months progress

      in Progress Pictures  936 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 7-month progress using Minoxidil and Finasteride for hair loss, which significantly reversed their aging appearance. They applied Minoxidil twice daily, took 1mg Finasteride once daily, micro-needled weekly, maintained a high protein diet with vitamins and biotin, and recommended a balanced lifestyle for best results.

      community 4 months result topical min 5% Nw6

      in Progress Pictures  14 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user experienced good hair growth using topical minoxidil 5% and finasteride for 4 months but lost progress after switching to oral minoxidil and finasteride and shaving their head. They have returned to using topical treatments and are seeking advice on similar experiences.